Piano Lessons On DVD
You do not have to be musically inclined to learn a musical instrument. Anyone can learn to play piano. You just have to learn the right way. For you, that may be learning from a DVD.
Video Piano Lessons
DVD piano lessons are an excellent alternative for you to learn to play the piano. They are especially good for those who can’t afford to pay for expensive private lessons, or those who find lesson books hard to follow. A piano lesson video is the next best thing to having a live instructor.
Before you begin looking for a piano lesson DVD, you should probably consider getting a piano or keyboard. It will be very difficult to practice if you don’t. It usually isn’t a good idea to borrow someone else’s piano or keyboard, unless they allow you to keep it at your home. Otherwise, your practice time will be limited and you are not likely to be able to practice when it is convenient for you. Pianos can be found almost anywhere, even online, so invest the money. Once you can play proficiently, you’ll want your own piano, anyway.
Once you have your instrument, you will need to find a good piano lesson DVD. You will need to choose between chord lessons and note lessons. Many DVD programs are concentrated on only one type of playing, though there are some that feature lessons for both. Many piano students prefer to learn chords first, and take up notes later. The most important thing is to choose what is best for you and your goals.
If you happen to find a DVD set that features a series of lessons, including both note and chord playing, purchase the set. It will give you the most thorough lesson plan possible. You can find these DVDs and DVD sets at reasonable prices, either in a local store or online. You should always compare the features and prices of different DVD piano lessons before you make your purchase. This will help you avoid wasting your money on something that will not help you learn.
If you have a DVD player at home, you are ready to start your lessons as soon as you have the DVD. The lessons included on the DVD will be presented in the order that they should be taken. They are designed as a step-by-step guide to learn most efficiently. If you have trouble with a lesson, repeat it as often as you need to before moving on. This is one of the advantages of piano lessons on DVD, since you will not feel pressured. You can learn at your own pace, as fast or slow as you want.
Once you have your piano, and your video piano lessons, all that’s left to do is practice. You will learn very easily, at your own pace, as long as you choose a program that suits your needs and taste.
Lauren Paltrow
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piano lessons?
I heard that piano teachers that teach at local music stores aren’t as good as teacher’s who teach from their home. There usually college students or ppl without music degrees. Is this true? Is better to take piano lessons from a teacher that teaches at a university instead?
u should go 2 sm proffessional
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ABSOLUTELY! Most people at music stores are only there because they cannot get students on their OWN, based on their credentials and reputation. There are always exceptions to this – but better to do your research, and study with a fine DEGREED teacher. Someone who teaches from thier home may or MAY NOT be degreed – a university of public school teacher MUST be.
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Piano competition judge in NY – heard 56 students this weekend alone!!!
you should go to a professional…and mostly the people in music stores are in school for what they are teaching you…so its not always a bd thing because everyone has to start somewhere to gain experience…and it may be easier to learn from them as apposed to working with someone who wants everything done their way…it all depends on how you learn how long the person has been playing/teaching and where you are comfortable.
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my father is a composer who has taught for years…and this is what he had to say
at the end of the day you will get what you pay for. If you pay $20 for a lesson you will get $20 worth of education. Let me ask you a question, would you rather learn advanced calculus from a University Professor or a high school student?
Quality comes from experience and education. Everyone needs to start somewhere, however, beginning teachers need to be mentored. They don’t have the experience. Think about student teachers! Prospective teachers do placements in schools with experienced teachers so they can learn the ropes and get assessed before they go out there on their own. Why don’t music teachers do the same? I can tell you from experience, the majority of those who teach in music stores are unqualified. You will be wasting your time and money. You will only develop bad habits and be set back several years compared to those who study with a qualified teacher.
Mind you teaching from home, some of those teachers are not qualified as well. It is important to ask a teacher for their qualifications and more importantly ask to call one of their students and talk to them. If they do not give you one of their students whom you can call I wouldn’t even bother because they are hiding something.
If you want your money to be spent wisely and go the furthest research the teachers, call your local Registered Music Teachers Association, interview the teacher and their students. Be serious about it because its your money and you’ll decide how to spend it. A cheaper lesson doesn’t mean better quality, in music, those who can charge more deserve it based on their experience, education and knowledge.
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